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Certificate IV in Photography and Digital Imaging


Photo by Hazel Cochrane

It all begins here. Grow from a beginner to a pro in the most comprehensive foundation curriculum we could create. Start with learning how your camera works, then become a well rounded sharp shooter with studio lighting, Lightroom and Photoshop, darkroom work, conceptual and portfolio development, and more.

We over both online and in-person study options for a majority of classes, making it even easier to find a study path that works for you.

 

THIS IS WHERE DREAMS BEGIN

The only face to face Certificate IV photography programme in South Australia.

What you will learn:

  • Critical technical skills in using a DSLR or mirrorless camera, studio lighting, Lightroom, Photoshop, darkroom, 35mm film photography and “natural” light.

  • Composition and design of your photographs

  • Pricing yourself for professional work and creating to a commercial or artistic brief

  • Conceptual development and portfolio building

  • Commercial and artistic photographic work.

  • Various genres of photography to broaden your skills

  • Historical and contemporary photographic practice.

To complete a Certificate IV you will study seven core subjects and two electives:

 

Certificate IV
Core Courses:

 

Choose from any two of our Certificate IV
Elective Courses

Your Learning Pathway

(It’s basically what you looked at above. It looks complicated, don’t worry! It’s super easy, we will talk you through it)

centre for creative photography learning pathway

How long will it take?

 

Part Time Study

  • Part time study is one to two subjects per term.

  • At one subject per term the qualification will take just over two years to complete.

Full Time Study

  • Full time study is three subjects per term

  • At three subjects per term it will take nine months to complete the Certificate IV

 

Change it up as you go:

You are never locked in to full time, part time or face to face study. Changing your subject load each term is as simple as enrolling in more or fewer classes, or choosing between our online or face-to-face study options.

 

What you will need:

You will need your own entry-level digital SLR or mirrorless camera with memory cards and lenses. It doesn’t need to be fancy! So long as it has manual controls and a removable lens, you have all the kit you need. Call us if you have any questions.

For further requirements check each individual course as you enrol.

Fees and pricing

 

We work a little bit differently to typical schools. Basically you pay for your certificate class by class. Meaning you don’t need to fork out upfront for your entire Certificate IV in one hit.

In 2022 classes are $915 each, except for Introduction to Photography which is $815. You will need to take nine of our accredited nine week classes to complete your Certificate IV in Photography and Digital Imaging. Seven core courses and two elective courses.

Worried about the cost? Yeah we get it. We have payment plans available on each course so you can easily pay it off over time. Call us on 8354 0839 if you want to talk to us about it - we are here to help

We understand that finding the funds for study isn’t always easy. Thanks to generous donations from The Malcolm and Margaret Carbins and ADFAS Adelaide we are able to offer two partial and one full scholarship each year.

Check your eligibility and apply today by clicking the link below.

 Ready to start?

Our Certificate IV in Photography and Digital Imaging all starts at Introduction to Photography.

If you already feel like you know the content of this course, call us on 8354 0839 to discuss what might be your best starting point in the Certificate IV.

Woman holding staff with glowing light at the top of it

Photo by Lynn Ruesseler Diploma Graduate

 What next?

Once you have completed a Certificate IV in Photography and Digital Imaging you can strengthen your photographic knowledge and begin the Diploma.